We invite you to explore!
Ocean Discovery Institute uses science exploration to engage urban and diverse young people in 3 ways: education, scientific research and environmental stewardship. Through our programs youth are empowered to transform their lives and make a difference in the world as scientific and environmental leaders. Their discoveries will reveal new ways to protect the ocean and nature, improve the health of our communities, and strengthen the quality of life in our world.Watch our Young Lives Transformed Through Science
News
New Frontiers Fund of Five $500,000 Challenge Met!Ocean Discovery Institute would like to thank San Diego's visionary leaders in philanthropy for meeting the Fund of Five challenge, raising $500,000! Read More >
Student Story Video
Each month one of our students is selected to share his or her story through a self-made video documentary. Take a look!
NSF Grant Supports Science Outreach Efforts to Students
University of San Diego News Center
The grant - "Ocean Leaders: Developing Diverse Leadership for the Next Generation of Geoscientists" - provides scientific research experiences for underrepresented youth; full-ride scholarships ... Read More >
Upcoming Events
National Trails Day Community Restoration Event
6/5, 9am-noon
Meet at the corner of Olive St and Highland Ave in City Heights, San Diego
Ocean Discovery Institute and REI will be hosting a community restoration event at Swan Canyon as part of National Trails Day. Projects will include trail maintenance, reinforcing access stairs, and more. There will also be educational tours to learn about San Diego’s unique canyon habitats. For more information please contact Lindsay Goodwin at lgoodwin@oceand